03/09/2026
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Canine Distemper: A Deadly Virus You Can Prevent"
Canine Distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal virus that affects your dog’s respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems.
Symptoms include:
• Fever, coughing, eye/nose discharge
• Vomiting and diarrhoea
• Seizures or twitching
• Thickened paw pads ("hard pad disease")
How it spreads:
Through airborne droplets, shared bowls, or direct contact with infected animals.
Good news? It’s preventable.
The distemper vaccine is safe and effective. Puppies should start vaccines at 6–8 weeks and continue through their first year with regular boosters.
PROTECT YOUR BEST FRIEND—VACCINATE ON TIME.